Key facts
- The US national debt has surpassed $34 trillion.
- This milestone reflects the country's ongoing borrowing and fiscal trajectory.
The United States national debt has now exceeded $34 trillion. This significant financial milestone underscores the persistent growth in the country's borrowing. The figure reflects the cumulative total of federal government debt, including debt held by the public and intragovernmental holdings. This ongoing increase in national debt raises concerns about the long-term fiscal health of the nation and its trajectory.